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Friday, August 7, 2026
BEEFBOX lands at Meeting House Tavern for Chicago Market Days 2026, a special beefy Andersonville party during the neighborhood's biggest weekend.
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Tue, Jul 7
8:30 PM - 11 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly drag trivia and boozy bingo in Andersonville. Free entry, hosted by Will and Sofonda Booz every Tuesday at Meeting House Tavern.
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Wed, Jul 8
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly burlesque bingo hosted by Glamonster and Reggay Boots at Meeting House Tavern in Andersonville. No cover, affordable drinks, Wednesday nights.
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Thu, Jul 9
9 PM - 1 AM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly Thursday karaoke at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. Judgment-free stage, supportive crowd, drinks, and community vibes. Come solo or with friends.
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Fri, Jul 10
7 PM - 8:30 PM
Meeting House Tavern, Chicago
Weekly drag watch party at Meeting House Tavern in Chicago. Free entry, hosted by Jairo Reyna. Join the community for All Stars Season 11 viewing every Friday.
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